Is Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce With Whole Pine Nuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Mooney Farms

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce With Whole Pine Nuts is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Mooney Farms. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

This pesto sauce contains a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. Olive oil and sun dried tomatoes are beneficial, while canola oil raises concerns about processing.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

This pesto sauce contains a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. Olive oil and sun dried tomatoes are beneficial, while canola oil raises concerns about processing.

Main concern

Canola oil is a highly processed oil, raising concerns about its quality and potential health implications.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality of this sauce.
  • Sun dried roma tomatoes provide natural flavor and nutrients, enhancing the sauce's appeal.
  • Parmesan cheese adds depth of flavor and a creamy texture, supporting the sauce's overall quality.
  • Basil and herbs contribute natural flavors and aromas, enhancing the sensory experience of the product.

Concerns

  • Canola oil is a highly processed oil, raising concerns about its quality and potential health implications.
  • The presence of walnut and pine nuts may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
  • Tomato paste, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not offer the same benefits as fresh tomatoes.
  • The inclusion of unspecified 'herbs and spices' lacks transparency, making it difficult to assess their quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.

  • Is Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Olive Oil is used here as base. Olive oil is a healthy fat source, providing flavor and richness to the sauce. Its quality is generally high, especially when extra virgin.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Olive oil (pure olive oil, extra virgin olive oil)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Olive Oil

  • Is Canola Oil safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a refined oil that may raise concerns due to its processing methods and potential health implications.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: canola oil

    Read the full ingredient profile for Canola Oil

  • Is Sun Dried Roma Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Sun Dried Roma Tomatoes is used here as flavor. Sun dried roma tomatoes provide concentrated flavor and nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the sauce.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sun dried roma tomatoes

  • Is Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste is a processed ingredient that adds flavor but may lack the benefits of fresh tomatoes.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: tomato paste

    Read the full ingredient profile for Tomato Paste

  • Is Parmesan Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Parmesan Cheese is used here as flavor. Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory flavor and creamy texture, contributing positively to the sauce's quality.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: parmesan cheese (cultured skim milk, salt, enzymes)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Parmesan Cheese

  • Is Walnuts safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Walnuts is used here as flavor. Walnuts provide a nutty flavor and texture but may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: walnuts

    Read the full ingredient profile for Walnuts

  • Is Pine Nuts safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Pine Nuts is used here as flavor. Pine nuts add a unique flavor and texture, but they can also trigger allergies in some individuals.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: pine nuts

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pine Nuts

  • Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic enhances the flavor profile of the sauce, providing depth and aromatic qualities.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: garlic

    Read the full ingredient profile for Garlic

  • Is Basil safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Basil is used here as flavor. Basil contributes fresh, herbal notes that complement the other ingredients, enhancing the overall flavor.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: basil

    Read the full ingredient profile for Basil

  • Is Herbs And Spices safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Herbs And Spices is used here as flavor. The unspecified 'herbs and spices' may enhance flavor but lack transparency regarding their quality.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: herbs and spices

    Read the full ingredient profile for Herbs And Spices

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 2425267

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Allergens detected: walnut , pine nut

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality of this sauce.; Sun dried roma tomatoes provide natural flavor and nutrients, enhancing the sauce's appeal.; Parmesan cheese adds depth of flavor and a creamy texture, supporting the sauce's overall quality.. See the Pros section above.
Browse Mooney Farms products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: olive oil, sun dried roma tomatoes, parmesan cheese. See the Ingredients section above.
Yes. Mooney Farms — Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce With Whole Pine Nuts has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This pesto sauce contains a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. Olive oil and sun dried tomatoes are beneficial, while canola oil raises concerns about processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Mooney Farms — Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce With Whole Pine Nuts has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Mooney Farms products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Canola oil is a highly processed oil, raising concerns about its quality and potential health implications.; The presence of walnut and pine nuts may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.; Tomato paste, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not offer the same benefits as fresh tomatoes.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Mooney Farms — Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce With Whole Pine Nuts has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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